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OSAKA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

16078 SAN CARLOS BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33908 · 2396339200

Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4606225
Grade history
JUL 24
OCT 24
JUL 25
OCT 25
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor at cook line.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $500

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2021015677Mar 10, 2021Apr 21, 2021$300
7--2020036278May 21, 2020Oct 22, 2020$200

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed repackaged raw frozen chicken stored over seafood in walk in freezer.
High priority/08A-02-6/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw chicken stored over ready to eat vegetables in walk in cooler. Operator placed raw chicken on bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored food items. Operator removed chemical.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside handwash sink at beverage/wait station. Operator removed bucket.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked frozen meats not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-04-5/Warning
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Handwash sink at beverage/wait station. Operator fixed.
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked foods and cut cabbage in walk in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Educated operator on cleaning ice machine daily. Operator cleaned ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Walk in cooler. Operator removed employee food.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at end of cook line.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Beverage reach in cooler tracks. Operator cleaned tracks.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on importance of keeping dumpster lid closed.
Basic/33-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
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Oct 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Educated operator on storing utensils at 135F or above.
Basic/10-07-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of food debris. Operator cleaned out microwave oven.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on importance of having dumpster lid closed.
Basic/33-16-4/Repeat Violation
Jul 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed repackaged raw pork stored over packaged dumplings in walk in freezer. Educated operator on proper separation of raw animal foods.
High priority/08A-02-6/Repeat Violation
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat vegetables in reach cooler at cook line. Operator placed raw eggs on bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris on vegetable peeler. Operator wash, rinsed, and sanitized peeler.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Educated operator on importance of having lid for women's receptacle in women's restroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Repeat Violation
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cook line. Operator removed employee beverage.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator dumped out water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on importance of having dumpster lid closed.
Basic/33-16-4/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4
Oct 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed repackaged raw chicken stored over box of frozen lobster and tray of raw chicken stored over packaged dumplings in walk in freezer.
High priority/08A-02-6
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice 128F hot hold less than 4 hours.
High priority/03B-01-6
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Microwave oven. Operator cleaned microwave oven.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed frozen precooked spring rolls not date marked in reach in freezer at end of cook line. Educated operator on the importance of date marking. Operator date marked foods before leaving inspection.
Intermediate/02C-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cabbage slaw in walk in cooler not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust-like substance on right side of dining room facing restaurant front entrance. Observed buildup of grease on vent above kitchen back exit door.
Basic/36-34-5
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at end of cook line. Educated operator on defrosting reach in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on importance of having dumpster lid closed.
Basic/33-16-4/Repeat Violation
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container with raw fish at sushi bar.
High priority/14-86-1
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed tray of raw chicken stored over boxes of margarine in walk in cooler. Educated operator on proper storage of raw chicken. Operator moved margarine to different location.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked meats and spring rolls not date marked. Educated operator on marking.
Intermediate/02C-04-5/Repeat Violation
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored over food served to public in walk in cooler. Educated operator on proper storage of employee food.
Basic/08B-49-4/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed wooden sushi rice bowl in use.
Basic/14-13-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezers at end of cook line and middle of kitchen.. Educated operator on defrosting freezers
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris on beverage reach in cooler tracks.
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on importance of having dumpster lid closed.
Basic/33-16-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bins.
Basic/02D-01-5
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed repackaged raw beef stored on top of spring rolls. Operator placed raw beef on bottom.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed tray of raw chicken stored over box of margarine. Operator removed margarine. Educated operator on proper separation of raw animal foods.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with written procedures.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in beverage/wait station used to rinse cloth.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator completed form.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked meats and sauces not date marked in walk in freezer.
Intermediate/02C-04-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed broth not date marked in walk in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no water at hand wash sink in women's accessible bathroom.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Cloth used as a food-contact surface with lettuce in walk in cooler.
Basic/21-05-5
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored on shelving above food served to public in walk in cooler. Educated operator on proper storage of employee food. Operator removed employee food.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at cook line.
Basic/14-69-4
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris vents underneath hibachi grills.
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on importance of having dumpster lid closed.
Basic/33-16-4/Repeat Violation
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Basic/12B-13-4
Aug 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 16, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw shrimp stored over ready to eat bamboo shoots. Educated operator on proper separation of raw animal foods. Operator placed raw shrimp on bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor at cook line.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with written procedures.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator completed forms before leaving inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at cook line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Warning
Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches on glue boards at cook.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Walk in cooler. Operator placed employee food on bottom shelf.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed ice scoop.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on keeping dumpster lid closed.
Basic/33-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.